Test Method

IHC

CPT Code

88344

Stains / Test Description

The combination of p63 + CK HMW + P504S (PIN-4 cocktail) can be extremely useful for diagnosing prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia (PIN) and/or prostate carcinoma, especially in difficult cases with limited tissue. P504 stains (cytoplasm red) prostate adenocarcinoma and atypical adenomatous hyperplasia. p63 (nuclear brown) and cytokeratin high molecular weight (HMW, cytoplasmic brown) stain basal cells of all normal (negative markers) and benign prostate glands.

Specimen Requirements

(1) H&E slide with formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue, fixed with 10% NBF.
or
One (1) unbaked, unstained slide for H&E staining (required) and two to three (2-3) positively charged unstained slides (all cut at 4 microns) for each test/antibody ordered

Block and slide identifiers should be clearly written and match exactly with the specimen ID and specimen labeling as noted on the requisition.

Storage & Transport

Ship specimen same day (whenever possible) with refrigerated (not frozen) cold pack

Turnaround time

1-3 days depending on level of service

Level of Service

Global (with interpretation)
Slide Only (glass slides only)
Web-Enabled (glass and digital images through eCSI portal)